Ryder, Eve, and General Tate have been killed. Cheyenne Mountain has been leveled and Avril and Ditto are severely injured. Given these harsh realities, it's easy to understand why Britney Waters is devastated and struggling to move forward. But there is one critical thing fueling her desire to continue the work of the Highborn Initiative: Vengeance. And, the first step begins across the pond in London with a mysterious new ally.
While I do wish this issue had a bit more emotional settlement after the events of the last issue, this was a nice way to introduce a new character and move the story along. However, to add such a volatile person to the team after what Alpha has done does not bode well for future missions. But if this is the impact which Iovino wishes to address by adding a similarly violated person to a group which has suffered so much, then we have a powder keg just ready to explode. They may work well or more than likely, rub each other the wrong way, causing friction and that expected blow out, leading to more suffering and drama for a sensational story. Whatever the consequences, I cannot wait to see what happens. Read Full Review
A new character joins the heroines, all trying to avoid Alpha and his henchmen. This installment moves the story along well, but doesn't really tread any new ground. The art is good, but it's obvious when a new artist takes over, as well as a new colorist. Fine entertainment, but inconsistent. Read Full Review